Head Veterinary Surgeon - Doncaster

Purosearch Ltd.; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly payments

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Electric car scheme

Employee benefits & discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Funded memberships

Leadership training

Job summary

Proudly independent veterinary practice in Doncaster is seeking a Head Vet to lead its clinical team and drive continuous improvement in standards and services.

The role offers a 4-day week with 1 in 4 weekends and no out-of-hours duties, only occasional on-call for inpatients. Salary up to £90,000 DOE, plus quarterly recognitions and a strong benefits package, including funded memberships and leadership training.

Qualifications

• Exceptional clinical expertise and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care.
• Leadership role with strategic vision
• Ability to coach and inspire a dedicated team to deliver gold-standard evidence-based veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team and drive continuous improvement across standards and services.
• Elevate clinical excellence and mentor colleagues towards best practice.
• Support the pursuit of becoming a centre of clinical excellence within an independent practice.

Job description

• Leadership position within a proudly independent practice, guiding clinical standards and coaching a talented veterinary team
• Excellent work–life balance with a 4-day working week, 1:4 weekends, and no out-of-hours duties (occasional on-call only for inpatients)
• Attractive salary up to £90,000 DOE with additional quarterly recognition payments and a strong overall benefits package
• Opportunities for development, including funded memberships, CPD allowance, and internal leadership training
• Modern, purpose-built practice with state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive, skilled team working towards clinical excellence

A proudly independent veterinary practice in Doncaster is searching for a talented Head Vet to lead its fantastic clinical team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced vet to take the helm in driving continuous improvement, elevating clinical standards and services, and supporting colleagues in the pursuit of becoming a true centre of clinical excellence.

What They’re Looking For

The successful Head Vet will play a pivotal role within the surgery’s management team. They seek someone with exceptional clinical expertise and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care. The ideal candidate will be confident in a leadership role, driven by a clear strategic vision, and capable of coaching and inspiring a dedicated team to consistently deliver gold-standard, evidence-based veterinary care.

The Role

The Head Vet will work a 4-day week, including 1 in 4 weekends, with no out-of-hours duties—just occasional on-call support for any overnight inpatients. This structure offers a strong work-life balance while maintaining leadership presence within the team.

To ensure they attract and retain the very best, the practice offers an impressive package, including:

• Salary up to £90,000 DOE
• Quarterly recognition payments
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Electric car scheme
• Boost employee benefits and discounts
• Help at Hand health & wellbeing support
• Funded professional memberships
• Internal leadership training

About the Practice

The new Head Vet will be joining a purpose-built, modern surgery equipped with fantastic facilities and advanced technology. The team is passionate, skilled, and committed to delivering the very best care—day and night. With colleagues pursuing certificates across a range of specialties, the practice is continuously expanding its clinical capabilities. This could be the perfect environment for an aspiring leader ready to make a meaningful impact.

Part of a Leading Independent Group

As part of the UK’s largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, the practice provides exceptional pet care within its local community. The surgeries are designed to be light, spacious, calm, and equipped to the highest standard—creating a place where colleagues love to work, patients feel at ease, and clients feel confident in the care their pets receive. With ongoing investment across the group, there’s never been a better time to join.

Location, Location, Location

Set in the heart of South Yorkshire, Doncaster offers a wonderful balance of affordability, convenience, and community spirit. With lower living costs than many UK cities and excellent transport links—direct rail routes and easy motorway access—it's ideal for commuters and families alike. Local attractions such as the Yorkshire Wildlife Park and numerous green spaces add to its appeal, while continuing regeneration brings fresh energy to this friendly and well-connected town.

If you ready to lead with passion, elevate clinical excellence, and join a thriving independent practice, this Head Vet role could be your next great career move.